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STEPS - Charlotte Head Start
401 Thomas Jefferson Hwy
Charlotte court hous, VA 23923
(434) 315-5909 (51)

Current Inspector: Kelly Campbell (540) 309-2494

Inspection Date: March 31, 2023

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:
? 8VAC20-780 Administration.
? 20 Access to minor?s records
? 8VAC20-780 Staff Qualifications and Training.
? 22.1 Early Childhood Care and Education
? 8VAC20-780 Physical Plant.
? 8VAC20-780 Staffing and Supervision.
? 8VAC20-780 Programs.
? 8VAC20-780 Special Care Provisions and Emergencies
? 8VAC20-780 Special Services.
? 8VAC20-770 Background Checks

Comments:
An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was conducted on 03/31/2023. There were 35 children, ages 9 months-5 years, and 9 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: free choice activities, large motor play outside, and breakfast. A total of 5 children?s records and 4 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector arrived at 9 AM and departed at 11:15 AM.

Kelly Campbell
Licensing Inspector
Office of Child Care Health and Safety
Division of Early Childhood Care and Education
Phone# 540-309-2494
Kelly.campbell @doe.virginia.gov

Violations:
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-280-B
Description: Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that all chemicals were locked in a way that prevents entry.

Evidence:
1.In the preschool room, a was using a spray bottle of water to help clean the tables. The child was finished cleaning the tables and the two staff were occupied with other children. The child went into the cabinet and took out another spray bottle of soap and water. The child had access to the spray bottle with bleach water.

Plan of Correction: Staff will store the spray bottle with just water somewhere accessible to the children. This will prevent access to the cleaning chemicals.

Disclaimer:
This information is provided by the Virginia Department of Social Services, which neither endorses any facility nor guarantees that the information is complete. It should not be used as the sole source in evaluating and/or selecting a facility.


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